#GivingTuesday: The Movement Changing the Way We Help Others
By Jessica Toomer3 min read
#GivingTuesday creator Henry Timms on how a simple idea became a global social media campaign that raises millions for charities.
People Helping People
Pay It Forward
By Michelle Cox3 min read
Have you ever been given a gift? Is it time for you to pay it forward? Someone needs your support, love and encouragement. Guideposts blogger Michelle Cox tells her story of receiving and giving kindness.
A Place to Call Home
By Brett Leveridge2 min read
Here’s how Volunteers of America helped a senior citizen find a home of his own
How Volunteers of America Helped Save This Veteran
By Jason S.2 min read
A U.S. Army veteran shares how he struggled to adapt to civilian life after being deployed during Desert Storm. Thankfully, Volunteers of America was there to lend a helping hand.
Formerly Homeless Teen Graduates from College
By Brett Leveridge5 min read
A former foster youth overcomes many challenges with the help of the case managers and staff at Volunteers of America of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho.
From Homelessness to a Master’s Degree
By Volunteers of America3 min read
How one veteran’s life was changed by a helping hand from the Volunteers of America and the Home Depot Foundation
Guideposts Classics: Hugh O’Brian on Serving Others
By Hugh O'Brian6 min read
In this story from September 1970, Hugh O’Brian, star of the popular 1950s television series The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp, reveals how time he spent in Africa with Dr. Albert Schweitzer inspired the actor to find a way to serve others in his own fashion.
When God Gives You More Than You Need
By julia-attaway2 min read
Sometimes we end up with a surplus of something–from money to goods to stress. Whatever you have too much of, says Guideposts blogger Julia Attaway, here’s how to share it.
Guideposts Classics: Ethel Waters on Sharing God’s Love
By Ethel Waters4 min read
In this story from December 1972, blues, jazz and gospel vocalist and actress Ethel Waters reminds us that we can all demonstrate God’s love if we remain on the lookout for our opportunities.
Hershey’s Kisses Wants You To #ShowYouCare
By Guideposts1 min read
Hershey’s is partnering with SoulPancake for their #ShowYouCare campaign. The goal? To spread love and inspiration through random acts of kindness.
Scheduling Lessons from the Pope
By julia-attaway2 min read
Taking in the pope’s crowded schedule during his recent visit to the U.S., Guideposts blogger Julia Attaway realizes that if your prayer life is rich, a full agenda can always hold an opportunity to do God’s work.
A Good Neighbor Inspired by God’s Love
By Diana Aydin1 min read
In his career as a social worker, Carl had worked with many clients. But Stella was special. She was like family.
